The Story of Frank Abagnale and Why You Need a Bank Fraud Lawyer

In a previous post, we mentioned Catch Me If You Can as one of the greatest films about white collar crime to ever have been made. The film revolves around Frank Abagnale, the son of a business owner who decided to run away at the age of 15 who went on to become one of […]

Our Favorite Films About White Collar Crime (Part 3)

In parts one and two of our series on films about white collar crime, we gave you a handful of our favorite films that demonstrate the need for a good white collar crime attorney. Here’s part three. Based on the true story of Frank Abagnale, Steven Spielberg’s Catch Me If You Can stars Tom Hanks, […]

Our Favorite Films About White Collar Crime (Part 2)

In part one of our series on films about white collar crime, we gave you a couple of our favorites that demonstrate just how important it can be to have a good white collar crime attorney. This is part two. Oliver Stone’s 1987 classic Wall Street stars Charlie Sheen, Martin Sheen, Daryl Hannah, and Michael […]

Our Favorite Films About White Collar Crime

What is white collar crime? When is it appropriate to hire a white collar crime lawyer? Although the movies are just that—movies—we think that they can be a pretty interesting look into the life of a white collar crime lawyer. Here are a few of our favorite movies about white collar crime. David Mamet’s Glengarry […]

When Should You Hire a White Collar Crime Lawyer?

Why would you need a white collar crime lawyer? If you think you’ve been targeted by an investigation or if you’ve already been charged with a white collar crime, the Law Offices of Robert J. Degroot may be able to help you. With nearly forty years of experience in defending clients against serious criminal allegations, […]

What You Need To Know About Recently Proposed Tax Evasion Rules

In early May 2016, the Obama Administration announced that it would refocus its efforts to combat tax evasion and other forms of financial fraud in America. As experienced tax evasion lawyers in Newark, the Law Offices of Robert J. Degroot are dedicated to remaining educated about all laws regarding tax evasion, money laundering, or corruption. […]

How To Prepare For A Medicare Billing Audit

    A doctor’s main concern is for his or her patients. Making sure that every person under their care has reliable, high-quality services to help them address or prevent illness is their top priority. Most doctors don’t spend a lot of time thinking about what happens after they leave the examination room, let alone […]

What Are The Penalties For Health Care Fraud?

Doctors and health care providers of all kinds must be vigilant to avoid even the appearance of billing fraud. These white collar crimes are taken very seriously by the government, and it’s necessary to enlist the services of an experienced in attorney in Newark if charges are filed. According to the Economist, “Federal prosecutors had […]

4 Ways People Commit Health Care Fraud Without Even Knowing It

    Health care fraud is a serious issue in America. Experts estimate that fraud and abuse of the medical billing system takes billions of dollars out of the economy each year. This fraud is one of many factors that contribute to rising healthcare costs, or even loss of coverage for some individuals. While most of […]

What Health Care Providers Should Know About Billing Fraud

    Whether you’re a dentist, an orthopedic surgeon, or an eye doctor, medical billing is a component of your everyday operations. In America, health care providers typically collect a co-pay from patients, then submit the remainder of the claim to insurance companies or Medicaid and Medicare for reimbursement. Medical billing fraud occurs when a […]